New screening could accurately predict type 1 diabetes risk in babies
A new screening may forecast type 1 diabetes risk in babies, a new study says. The new risk score known as the T1DGRS2 showed twice the efficiency as existing tests…
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Survey finds positive feedback for virtual doctor visits
The quality of your care won’t suffer if you choose video visits with your doctor, a new study suggests. It included 254 patients and 61 healthcare providers who participated in…
Stem cell therapy shows early promise against macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in seniors, and existing treatments are few. But now, experiments in pigs and rats suggest that stem cell therapy might…
Study: Soft drinks, exercise, hot temps increase risk for kidney disease
Drinking soda and other sugary drinks during workouts in hot temperatures could increase a person’s chances of developing kidney disease, a new study says. Study participants became more dehydrated and…
Parents often unaware of kids’ depression, suicidal thoughts
When children are having suicidal thoughts, their parents may often be in the dark, a new study shows. The study included more than 5,000 kids, aged 11 to 17, and…
Some with schizophrenia have similar brain function to healthy people
The brains of healthy people may be similar to those of people with schizophrenia, a study says. A study of 179 people — 109 with schizophrenia and 70 without it…
School promotion of healthy meals reduces kids’ risk for obesity
Schools that promote healthy eating may reduce kids’ risk of obesity, new research finds. Their study of nearly 600 middle schoolers in New Haven, Conn., found that such efforts limited…
Man admitted to Swedish hospital with Ebola-like symptoms
A hospital in Uppsala, Sweden, hospital isolated a patient amid concerns of a unconfirmed case of the Ebola virus. The patient, only identified as young and male, was admitted to…
Anxiety, depression derail adults from meeting New Year’s resolution, study says
Anxiety and depression is the main cause of adults not sticking to their New Year’s resolution, new data says. According to a new survey published by BodyNutrition, more than 33…
Study links sugary beverages to kidney disease
People who drink lots of sugar-sweetened drinks may be putting themselves at a heightened risk for kidney disease, a new study suggests. The study of more than 3,000 black men…
